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20th Century Collection of Doll like Ancestor Figures Adan Culture Ghana Africa
Price:$1,350
$1,600List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)Seat Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 8
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. The sizes of the figures vary from 6 to 8.5 inches tall and one half to 1.5 inches wide. The base adds an inch to those heights.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: MO #0461stDibs: LU177828737593
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